- Hardcover: 32 pages
- Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (Sep 2001)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0316666033
- ISBN-13: 978-0316666039
- Product Dimensions: 26.4 x 1.3 x 26 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 891,234 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"Reading this book aloud to little ones, and discussing the pictures and concepts is a great way to start kids on a lifetime of openly discussing feelings and problems. This book has wonderful, feel good, positive messages of acceptance and confidence that promote understanding and are fun to read for kids and the adults who love them."--Myshelf.com
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A beloved, bestselling Todd Parr picture book about the importance of friendship and acceptance - now for the very first time in paperback
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
"It is Okay to be Different" is an excellent book, for children, as well as adults. As an adult who grow up in the 70's, I would say that in our society, our schools often teach us to conform, to learn the rules and obey them. Children often grow up having the problems of low self-esteem and feeling uncomofortable in expressing their individuality. But, as the author of the book, Todd Parr, indicates in his book, it is precisely such indivdual differences which make each person so unique and valuable.
Easy to comprehend and with colorful pictures, this book is excellent for children because it aids them to appreciate who they are at an early age. The short biography of the author in the book also serves as an encouragement for children. It helps them to realize that to get to where you want, you have to believe in who you are.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Its not often that I come across a book like this which teaches self-esteem, kindness and acceptance of others in this way. This is a different kind of children's book. Its illustrations are bright, simple, neon, quirky, fun and funny. Its message is very clear. You are who you are. Be proud of it. Conversely the message also helps children to see that likewise, people come in all sorts of shapes and sizes and no matter what they like or what they look like, no matter what their family situation, no matter what they do, they are just as worthy of respect as oneself. In today's world, where children learn from a very young age that appearances are prized way too much, this book offers a very positive, loving message.
You are special just because you are you.
It didn't matter that this book had a rather high price tag! I bought it straight away when I first set eyes on it in a local bookshop! The best thing is that my children took a shine to it (and they don't always like every book I buy for them). They ask me to read it at bedtime quite often.
This is a book which will appeal to youngsters and I'm sure will make an excellent gift!
You are special just because you are you.
It didn't matter that this book had a rather high price tag! I bought it straight away when I first set eyes on it in a local bookshop! The best thing is that my children took a shine to it (and they don't always like every book I buy for them). They ask me to read it at bedtime quite often.
This is a book which will appeal to youngsters and I'm sure will make an excellent gift!
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is a lovely colourfully illustrated book that shows children that it really is ok to be different. It is a fabulous basis to use to help children understand that everyone is ok regardless of colour, background, ability etc. I find it useful as a way to talk and share the ideas it promotes with my daughter without it being too heavy etc. (Ie one bit says it's ok to have wheels with a picture of a person in a wheelchair, which helps to chat about abilities etc). It is very simple in language so really aimed at 3-6yr olds.
Really would recommend it.
Really would recommend it.
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Not Bad
A cute and colourful book for little ones, but I was expecting more of a story than the same line (more or less) on every page. Read more
Published 4 months ago by J. Clarke
Fab book
A lovely book that my daughter never tires from. Gives them permission to feel happy to be different if they feel like it.
Published 11 months ago by jojo
Great book
All children should be aware that it is "Ok to be different", if we start teaching children at a young age about inclusion in a simple non threatening way, as in this book, it can... Read more
Published 14 months ago by starsweep
Excellent!
These books are fantastic, bright and full of lovely ideals. I will be buying the rest of the range. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Jadetober
Ticks every box!
A great book that opens up lots of discussion with children about being 'different'. There are lots of differences covered in the book and they are all okay. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Louise Pretty
essential book for your library
todd parr is just excellent and this book is an essential one to have in any child's library
Published on 21 July 2009 by The Maiden
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If you haven't yet discovered the magic that is TODD'S WORLD, I recommend that you do so today! This series is great fun for both children and adults alike, whether it be in the... Read more
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